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United States imposes new sanctions on Cuban mining and construction entities
The United States government has announced a new wave of economic sanctions targeting Cuba, specifically aimed at state-owned entities in the mining, metallurgy, and construction sectors. The measures, announced by the Treasury and State departments, include the Ministry of Construction and several companies such as Acinox Comercial, Geominsal, Metalcuba, and the Comandante Ernesto Che Guevara Nickel Company.
Additionally, the sanctions target leadership within the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP). Designated individuals include ICAP President Fernando González Llort, Vice President Noemí Ramona Rabaza Fernández, and North American Director Leima Martínez Freire. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that ICAP operates a subversive network in the U.S. to radicalize citizens under the guise of cultural and educational exchanges.
Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez criticized the move, accusing the U.S. of deliberately attempting to damage the Cuban economy and obstruct the provision of essential services, including food and medicine. Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel expressed confidence that the nation would resist the economic pressure.
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Bruno Rodríguez · Cuba · Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples · Donald Trump · Fernando González Llort · GAESA · GECOMEX · GEMAR · ICAP · Marco Rubio · Ministry of Construction of Cuba · U.S. Department of the Treasury
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- [● 39 SOURCES] The U.S. Treasury and State departments announced new penalties against state-owned mining, metal, and construction companies. lanoticiasv.com · www.cubaheadlines.com · www.cnnbrasil.com.br · mymotherlode.com · eldiariony.com · +25 more
- [● 3 SOURCES] New U.S. sanctions target Cuban industries previously exempt, including those involved in food imports and processing. rpp.pe · actualidad.rt.com
- [● 32 SOURCES] Fernando González Llort, president of ICAP, has been sanctioned by the United States. lanoticiasv.com · www.cubaheadlines.com · eldiariony.com · hoy.com.do · www.osul.com.br · +22 more
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Cuban military conglomerate GAESA has operated for years without state audit or oversight. www.osul.com.br · www.tvn-2.com · curadas.com
- [● 10 SOURCES] A U.S.-imposed oil blockade has contributed to an economic crisis in Cuba following the removal of Venezuelan oil support. www.keysnews.com · mymotherlode.com · curadas.com · barrigaverde.net · www.tag24.com · +2 more
- [● 2 SOURCES] U.S. officials claim the Cuban military conglomerate GAESA has misappropriated $18 billion in public funds. curadas.com
- [● 30 SOURCES] Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP) sponsors a subversive network in the U.S. to radicalize Americans. lanoticiasv.com · www.cnnbrasil.com.br · mymotherlode.com · eldiariony.com · hoy.com.do · +17 more
- [● 10 SOURCES] The Trump administration is increasing pressure on Cuba through economic penalties and stricter enforcement of laws regarding Americans visiting the island. mymotherlode.com · estamosaqui.mx · www.keysnews.com · curadas.com · www.europesays.com
- [● 21 SOURCES] The sanctions target nine state-owned entities, including Cuba's Ministry of Construction and companies in the mining and metallurgy sectors. curadas.com · contrapodernews.com · noticiasdehoy.com.mx · www.diariodocentrodomundo.com.br · antiguatribune.com · +16 more
- [● 11 SOURCES] Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez accused the U.S. of deliberately targeting the economy to prevent the provision of basic services. curadas.com · rpp.pe · contrapodernews.com · www.turkgun.com · www.diariodocentrodomundo.com.br · +6 more